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How big is the need for elementary ESL within the DODEA? I'm attempting to get certified now, but wondering if it's a big need...
Icanread Almost every school has at least one ESL teacher, but they are quite often filled internally, as they are desirable positions.
Feb 28, 2020
dodhopeful Thanks, Icanread. That's so strange because in the 3 states I've worked in thusfar, ESL is always one of the highest needs and hardest to fill...
Feb 28, 2020
Icanread I don't know this for sure, but it doesn't seem that we have the ESL population that many stateside districts do. I've worked in districts where 50% or more of students are ESL. At my current school in DoDEA, I would say it's about 8-10%, comprised mostly of Japanese speakers or students who speak Spanish and/or hear Spanish at home. I believe the ...See More
Feb 28, 2020


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